Atomoxetine

Therapeutic Group

Other Nervous System Drugs

Indication Dosage

Atomoxetine is a pharmaceutical medication primarily indicated for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and adults. It functions as a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, helping to improve concentration, reduce impulsivity, and enhance attention span in individuals diagnosed with ADHD. 

Treatment Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): 

  • Adults: Initially 40 Mg/day is Given Every Morning Or Evenly Divided Doses In the Morning and late Afternoon/early Evening. Increase After Minimum Of 3 Day To Target Dose Of About 80 Mg/day. After 2-4 Weeks, this May Increase To a maximum of 100 Mg/day. 
  • Children Above 6 Yr: (body-weight Under 70 Kg): Initially 500 Mcg/kg Daily For 7 Days, Increased According to Response; Usual Maintenance Dose 1.2 Mg/kg Daily, But May Be Increased To 1.8 Mg/kg Daily, Max 100 Mg Daily; Doses Above 100 Mg Daily Is Not Recommended Foruse. Total Daily Dose May Be Given Either As A Single Dose In The Morning Or In 2 Divided Doses With Last Dose No Later Than Early Evening

Content

  • Cap /Tab 8mg /10mg /16mg /25mg /40mg /60mg: Atomoxetine Hci Equiv To Atomoxetine 8mg /10mg /16mg /25 'mg /40mg /60mg

Pregnancy

Avoid Unless Benefits Out-weigh Risk

Stability

  • Selective Noradrenaline Reuptake Inhibitor

Contra Indications

  • Use Of Maois Within 14 Days, Narrow-angle Glaucoma.

Precautions

  • Use Of Maois Within 14 Days, Narrow-angle Glaucoma.

Lactation

  • Caution Advised

Side Effects

  • Agitation
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Blood Disorder
  • Sleep Disorder
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Weight Loss
  • Anorexia
  • Early Waking
  • Somnolence
  • Dizziness
  • Irritability
  • Mood Swings
  • Mydriasis
  • Gi Disturbance
  • Skin Reactions
  • Discontinue If Signs Of Liver Injury.